Circa 1890 Antique Mammoth 800 Silver Figural Cherub Bowl

Wow! This is an absolutely beautiful museum quality silver bowl. It is Circa 1890 and stamped 800 from Austria or Germany. This is a magnificent example of exemplary artistry from the Art Nouveau period. This piece measures 15 1/4 inches wide by 15 3/4 inches by 3 inches and 3 1/4 inches tall depending on the reticulated curve of the bowl. The center of the bowl depicts five cherubs in high relief surrounded by garlands of roses with a floral basket in the center. The 4 1/4 inch border curves out from the center in a highly open reticulated design with raised garlands of roses and floral decor. In the center of each side is a section with two raised cherubs which flare inward towards the center of the bowl. Every section of this piece has a highly ornate design and is one of the largest and finest examples from the Art Nouveau period. This truly is a museum quality piece from an elegant bygone era.